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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairns from £768

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Qantas Airways Logo
22:00 - 11:15
EDI
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CNS
28h 15m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 20:05
CNS
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EDI
47h 05m
2 stops
£1,196Qantas Airways
Tue, 16 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
22:00 - 13:40
EDI
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CNS
30h 40m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:00 - 20:05
CNS
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EDI
41h 05m
2 stops
£1,196Qantas Airways
Wed, 17 Jun - Wed, 24 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 - 05:30
EDI
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CNS
33h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 - 15:55
CNS
-
EDI
38h 40m
3 stops
£1,207Multiple Airlines
Tue, 16 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
07:55 - 11:25
EDI
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CNS
42h 30m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
21:00 - 06:25
CNS
-
EDI
42h 25m
2 stops
£1,224Qatar Airways
Mon, 7 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
Emirates Logo
22:00 - 19:30
EDI
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CNS
36h 30m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
12:35 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
40h 30m
2 stops
£1,244Emirates
Wed, 9 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 13:40
EDI
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CNS
59h 45m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:45 - 15:55
CNS
-
EDI
42h 10m
3 stops
£1,265Multiple Airlines
Tue, 16 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 13:40
EDI
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CNS
59h 45m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 - 15:55
CNS
-
EDI
38h 40m
3 stops
£1,292Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 09:20
EDI
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CNS
55h 25m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 - 15:55
CNS
-
EDI
38h 40m
3 stops
£1,297Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 19:30
EDI
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CNS
36h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 20:05
CNS
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EDI
66h 05m
3 stops
£1,314Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 19:30
EDI
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CNS
36h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 20:05
CNS
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EDI
66h 05m
3 stops
£1,317Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

Emirates flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best Emirates deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
Emirates
9 Sept
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
36h 30m
2 stops
CNS19:30Cairns
29 Sept
CNS12:35Cairns
40h 30m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,244
Emirates
11 Nov
EDI20:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 50m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
15 Nov
CNS14:55Cairns
38h 10m
2 stops
EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,326
Emirates
18 Nov
EDI20:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 50m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
22 Nov
CNS13:55Cairns
39h 10m
2 stops
EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,328

Qantas Airways flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
16 Jun
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 15m
2 stops
CNS11:15Cairns
23 Jun
CNS06:00Cairns
47h 05m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,196
Qantas Airways
17 Jun
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
30h 40m
2 stops
CNS13:40Cairns
24 Jun
CNS12:00Cairns
41h 05m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,196
Qantas Airways
7 Jun
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 15m
2 stops
CNS11:15Cairns
10 Aug
CNS17:25Cairns
35h 40m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,508

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EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/6

22:00-11:15

2 stops28h 15m

Cairns

Tue 23/6

06:00-20:05

2 stops47h 05m

£1,196
Fastest return journey

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 17/6

22:00-13:40

2 stops30h 40m

Cairns

Wed 24/6

12:00-20:05

2 stops41h 05m

£1,196

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/6

10:40-05:30

2 stops33h 50m

Cairns

Tue 23/6

10:15-15:55

3 stops38h 40m

£1,207

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 7/9

07:55-11:25

2 stops42h 30m

Cairns

Tue 29/9

21:00-06:25

2 stops42h 25m

£1,224

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/9

22:00-19:30

2 stops36h 30m

Cairns

Tue 29/9

12:35-20:05

2 stops40h 30m

£1,244

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/6

16:55-13:40

3 stops59h 45m

Cairns

Tue 23/6

06:45-15:55

3 stops42h 10m

£1,265

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/9

16:55-13:40

3 stops59h 45m

Cairns

Tue 29/9

10:15-15:55

3 stops38h 40m

£1,292

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/9

16:55-09:20

3 stops55h 25m

Cairns

Tue 29/9

10:15-15:55

3 stops38h 40m

£1,297

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/9

22:00-19:30

2 stops36h 30m

Cairns

Tue 29/9

11:00-20:05

3 stops66h 05m

£1,314

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/9

22:00-19:30

2 stops36h 30m

Cairns

Tue 29/9

11:00-20:05

3 stops66h 05m

£1,317

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Fastest flight time

27h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Cairns takes 27h 50m
There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Edinburgh to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to Cairns

  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns is 9282.4 mi. Flights usually cover this in 27h 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Edinburgh to Cairns?

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LufthansaPriceFrom £872Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,022 reviews
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